Purple Yam
📍 603 Julio Nakpil, St., corner, Jorge Bocobo St, Malate, Manila, 1004 Metro Manila, Philippines
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Google: 4.7 • TripAdvisor: 4.5
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Located in the vibrant Malate district of Manila, Purple Yam is a culinary gem that redefines Filipino dining by merging traditional flavors with modern techniques. This cozy restaurant, set within the owner's elegant home, offers a unique atmosphere that invites diners to experience a thoughtfully curated menu. Guests rave about the creative and delicious dishes that highlight locally sourced ingredients, making it a must-visit for anyone wanting to explore Filipino cuisine at its finest. With a strong emphasis on sustainability and an intimate dining experience, Purple Yam appeals to both locals and tourists looking for a memorable meal in the bustling city. Reservations are a must, as the limited seating enhances the personal touch of each dining experience.
Signature Dishes
- •Nilutik - pumpkin soup cooked with coconut milk and sprinkled with toasted palapa
- •Dumpling - shrimp & mushroom wrapped in homemade crystal wrappers served with soy ginger dip
- •Palawan Clams in Miso Ginger broth
- •Grilled Octopus Salad
- •Pig Maskara Taco
- •Pompano roasted in pandan leaves
- •Haleya made from kamote with mangosteen jam
- •Champoy ice-cream
- •Halo-halo inspired iced dessert
Overall rating 4.6 / 5 (77 reviews)
Google: 4.7 (43 reviews)
TripAdvisor: 4.5 (34 reviews)
Customer Reviews
Celebrated all our birthdays with one splendid dinner. Never thought that Filipino food could be intellectualized and brought up to gourmet standards. Nestled in the heart of Malate, Manila, it’s a perfect spot for a surprisingly delicious Filipino fusion spread. Local and simple ingredients like “sili” (hot pepper) leaves, “kamote” (sweet potato) and more were elevated to fine dining quality. I was skeptical of spending so much for Filipino fare. But, I left a believer and proud of the creative chef who put this menu together. (Included in our menu were Nilutik, pumpkin soup cooked with coconut milk and sprinkled with toasted palapa; Dumpling, shrimp & mushroom wrapped in homemade crystal wrappers served with soy ginger dip.)
experience Old Manila in the heart of the bustling metro. Authentic traditional Filipino food served in a modern way. Two thumbs up 👍🏼👍🏼
Top class This is an experience where you cannot go wrong the food is exceptional service is exceptional the staff are awesome The food dances on your tongue as you eat it and the flavours just explode in your mouth if you’ve never been here before put it on your priority list immediately thank you everybody for a great night out my friends and I had an absolute ball
Dinner in this beautiful home is a welcome break from the frantic Malate energy outside. We were seated in a beautiful dining room and served a personalized menu. Most of the ingredients were local. The first few courses are served individually, and then the main courses and sides are served family-style. Everything I are was delicious. I highly recommend.